Respiratory Care Practitioner (Hosp) II
Rutland Regional Medical Center
Location: Northampton, England, United Kingdom
Summary
Provides respiratory care to patients in varying states of health and illness by assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the respiratory plan of care. The Respiratory Care Practitioner functions as an essential member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, providing direct patient care, instruction and preparation for continuing care after discharge.
Minimum Education
* Graduate of an Associate Degree Level CoARC accredited educational program in Respiratory Care.
Minimum Work Experience
* 1 year Respiratory Care Practitioner experience.
Required Licenses/Certifications
* Certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
* Current VT State license.
* BLS Certification through American Heart Association.
* Certification in ACLS, PALS, and NRP to be obtained within 60 days of hire.
* Registration as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (does not apply to practitioners hired prior to 12/31/03).
* Completion of Cardiac Dysrhythmia course (Stress Testing Therapist).
* STABLE Certified.
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
* Basic EKG interpretation skills.
* Knowledge of respiratory care assessment and mechanical ventilation management.
* Ability to administer surfactants to newborns.
* Working knowledge of respiratory equipment and use of Heliox.
* Completion of clinical competency for endotracheal intubation and other required competencies.
* Basic Microsoft Windows desktop application and navigation skills.
* Ability to be on-call and work off-shifts (nights, weekend, holidays) and potentially cover shifts on short notice.
* Ability to perform cardiac stress test (day shift requirement).
* Ability to provide expert level of direct clinical care.
* Ability to apply critical thinking to all aspects of patient care.
* Conflict resolution skills.
* Ability to lead shifts in absence of leadership.
Pay Range
$28.34 - $42.03 per hour
Differential Rates
* $4.25 - Evenings
* $8.00 - Nights
* $4.75 - Weekends
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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